Kadai Paneer
Dhaba-style paneer in spiced pepper and tomato gravy.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp coriander seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2–3 dry red chilies
- (Roast, cool ' coarsely grind)
- 200g paneer, cubed
- 1 large onion, cubed
- 1 large capsicum, cubed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, pureed or finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1–2 green chilies, slit
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp kasuri methi (crushed)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil or ghee
- Fresh coriander to garnish
- Optional: 1 tbsp cream for a touch of richness
Instructions
- Sauté the Paneer ' Veggies
- In a little oil, lightly toss paneer, cubed onion, and capsicum till just golden. Set aside.
- Build the Base
- In the same pan, heat oil. Add chopped onions, sauté till golden.
- Add ginger-garlic paste + green chilies. Cook till raw smell fades.
- Now add tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook till masala thickens and oil separates.
- Add the Magic
- Add the kadai masala you made earlier + garam masala + kasuri methi. Mix well.
- Bring it All Together
- Add sautéed paneer and veggies. Toss gently in masala.
- Add cream (optional) + splash of water if needed. Simmer 2–3 mins.
- Serve Hot
- Garnish with fresh coriander. Serve with naan, paratha, or jeera rice.